In a significant development, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has exonerated the Nigerian military of grave accusations made by Reuters. In a series of reports published in December 2022, the international media agency alleged that the military was engaged in a “secret abortion program” as part of its counter-insurgency operations in Nigeria’s North-East. The…
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters has confirmed the presence of a new terrorist group, the ‘Lukarawas,’ intensifying security concerns across the Northwest. This announcement, delivered by Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, highlights the growing infiltration of these militants into Nigeria following the recent political unrest in neighboring Niger. The group’s emergence presents…
On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, underscored the importance of strong collaboration in the fight against corruption in Nigeria. In a significant move, the EFCC has decided to join forces with the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) to tackle corruption and economic…
General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, the current Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria, has been confirmed dead, leaving a profound impact on the nation and its military. His passing marks a significant loss for the Nigerian Armed Forces and the country, as he was known for his strategic prowess and dedication to military excellence. Serving as…
Nigeria’s newly appointed Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has eliminated the 18-year age requirement for admission into higher education institutions nationwide. This landmark decision is anticipated to provide increased educational opportunities for younger students who meet the academic criteria but were previously hindered by age restrictions. The minister’s reform is part of a broader…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended former Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa. Okowa, who served as governor from 2015 to 2023, was taken into custody amid allegations of misappropriating state funds derived from resource allocations. The EFCC’s arrest of Okowa has sparked widespread public attention, underscoring the agency’s intensified efforts to address…
In a significant drug bust, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intercepted an ex-convict, Christian Ifeanyi Ogbuji, for attempting to import a massive 19.40 kilograms of cocaine worth an estimated N4.6 billion into Nigeria. The arrest, which took place at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) on September 18, highlights ongoing efforts by the…
AGF Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has initiated efforts to dismiss the charges against 32 minors recently arraigned before Justice Obiora Egwuatu of the Federal High Court in Abuja. Representing all 119 defendants, Lateef Fagbemi’s move is part of broader measures by the federal government to reconsider the legal implications of prosecuting minors involved in alleged offenses….
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike addressed the apparent unwillingness of Nigerian youths to take up taxi driving jobs domestically at an empowerment event in Abuja. Nyesom Wike expressed disappointment that while many young Nigerians decline taxi-driving opportunities in Nigeria, they readily engage in similar work abroad. He pointed out that these youths are more inclined to…
In a significant development, the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a judgment stopping the Federal Government from releasing monthly allocations to Rivers State. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to halt payments from the Consolidated Revenue Account, a move stemming from a suit filed by the Martins Amaewhule-led faction…
